Gov’t to install 20 water dispensers in Hong Kong country parks next year

The government has said it will install around 20 water dispensers in country parks next year.

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said they would be installed in phases by the end of 2019.

The Country and Marine Parks Board advisory committee welcomed the decision, saying that it would encourage hikers to bring their own water bottles and thereby reduce plastic waste generated from bottled water.

Hong Kong country parks. Photo: GovHK.

The board members suggested that AFCD make the water dispenser location information available to hikers.

It said it stepped up cleansing services and strengthened advisory efforts on-site with regards to environmental awareness and personal safety.

The arrangement will remain in place during other long public holidays. The AFCD had also collaborated with the Tourism Commission in promoting a code of conduct for green tourism to overseas visitors.

Tents at Ham Tin Wan, Sai Kung. Photo: Apple Daily.

The AFCD has also hired consultants to look into enhancing the recreation and education potential of country parks.

The consultants suggested that there should be campsites with equipment rental services and advance booking; eco-lodge and glamping facilities; tree-top adventure, tree climbing, zipline and grass sliding facilities; an open museum for relics; stargazing and orienteering activities, among others.

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